Frederick Lewis Allen
Born in 1890
History
Frederick Lewis Allen was a prominent American historian and editor.
A Harvard graduate, he spent much of his career at Harper's Magazine, serving as editor-in-chief from 1941 until near his death.
Allen gained recognition for his series of contemporary histories, which were popular among readers during a time of increasing interest in the subject.
His work focused on social and cultural changes in America during the early to mid-20th century.
Allen's writing style was noted for being accessible and engaging to a general audience, helping to popularize social history and analysis of recent events.
